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Re: "I Lost My Brother Before We Knew He Was Sick — The Tragedy Of Silent Hepatitis" by kakaG: 10:26pm On Jul 31, 2025
OP be kind enough to share the symptoms so people can have an idea of what it is. Information is incomplete
Re: "I Lost My Brother Before We Knew He Was Sick — The Tragedy Of Silent Hepatitis" by demsy21(m): 10:35pm On Jul 31, 2025
kindly elucidate pls
Foresight55:
Deadly but with simple cure. Just a leaf, within 3day's it gone
Re: "I Lost My Brother Before We Knew He Was Sick — The Tragedy Of Silent Hepatitis" by Mainmanpadi(m): 11:09pm On Jul 31, 2025
I didn't know that i have hepatitis B until i went for army screening in 2014 and we were more 200 candidates that tested positive for hepatitis B. I started treatment immediately but i had to stop after taking some drugs for more than 3 months due to the high cost of the drugs.
Re: "I Lost My Brother Before We Knew He Was Sick — The Tragedy Of Silent Hepatitis" by AngelSlay: 11:39pm On Jul 31, 2025
adams123:
What are the causes of hypatitis B? This forty characters is one of our major problemz in this country
The causes of Hepatitis B (HBV) relate to infection with the hepatitis B virus, which targets the liver and can lead to both acute and chronic disease. It is a highly infectious virus, more contagious than HIV.
Causes and Ways Hepatitis B is Spread:

1. Unprotected Sex
Having sexual contact with an infected person without using a condom.

2. Mother to Child (Vertical Transmission)
An infected mother can pass the virus to her baby during childbirth.

3. Sharing Needles or Syringes
Common among people who inject drugs or undergo unsafe medical procedures.

4. Blood Transfusion or Organ Transplant (Rare Now)
Receiving unscreened blood or organs from an infected donor.

5. Sharing Personal Items
Items like razors, toothbrushes, or nail clippers that may have traces of infected blood.

6. Unsafe Medical Practices
Use of contaminated needles or instruments in clinics, hospitals, or traditional settings.

7. Tattooing and Piercing
If done with unsterilized equipment.


❌ Hepatitis B is NOT spread by:

Hugging or kissing

Sharing food or drinks

Coughing or sneezing

Breastfeeding (unless the nipples are cracked/bleeding and mother is highly infectious)

Prevention Tips:

Get vaccinated (very effective and safe).

Use condoms during sex.

Avoid sharing needles or sharp objects.

Ensure blood is screened before transfusion.

Use only sterilized tools for tattoos, piercings, or medical care.
Re: "I Lost My Brother Before We Knew He Was Sick — The Tragedy Of Silent Hepatitis" by Foresight55: 11:44pm On Jul 31, 2025
cleanshaven:
What leave are you talking about ?

Kindly share its name ...thanks
Check your type and contact me
Re: "I Lost My Brother Before We Knew He Was Sick — The Tragedy Of Silent Hepatitis" by unisnaira: 1:05am On Aug 01, 2025
Mine is Hepatitis B. Which herbal treatmemt can cure it please? Thanks
Foresight55:
Check your type and contact me
Re: "I Lost My Brother Before We Knew He Was Sick — The Tragedy Of Silent Hepatitis" by NiceLegs(m): 1:18am On Aug 01, 2025
Agrobizz:
Please guys my uncle who av been of a great help to me z suffering from Hepatitis B. Information we av been getting z not encouraging, like it's not curable n stuff. He has been receiving treatment but all he wish for z total eradication.

Please z dia anyone who has survive diz disease? please which medication do you use?
Herbal or Medical??

Please guys help me, he has been there for me since I lost my dad n l actually want d best for him.
Be strong in the Lord.
Your Uncle will recover.
Why?
I know 2 people that had Hepatitis B.
Today they have Fully recovered.
Re: "I Lost My Brother Before We Knew He Was Sick — The Tragedy Of Silent Hepatitis" by NiceLegs(m): 1:23am On Aug 01, 2025
Agrobizz:
Please guys my uncle who av been of a great help to me z suffering from Hepatitis B. Information we av been getting z not encouraging, like it's not curable n stuff. He has been receiving treatment but all he wish for z total eradication.

Please z dia anyone who has survive diz disease? please which medication do you use?
Herbal or Medical??

Please guys help me, he has been there for me since I lost my dad n l actually want d best for him.
I would have dropped what they both used here but u know Nairaland and their ban. Once u drop a solution, they ban u.

I just came out from a ban 5mins ago. I don't want to enter into another one soon.
Re: "I Lost My Brother Before We Knew He Was Sick — The Tragedy Of Silent Hepatitis" by Eddypaparazi: 5:34am On Aug 01, 2025
Chai!! This sex wey Oluwa gave us to enjoy don turn to the shortest way to the grave
Re: "I Lost My Brother Before We Knew He Was Sick — The Tragedy Of Silent Hepatitis" by mrengage: 5:37am On Aug 01, 2025
Abeg how much is the vaccine in a state hospital
Re: "I Lost My Brother Before We Knew He Was Sick — The Tragedy Of Silent Hepatitis" by jaxxy(m): 5:43am On Aug 01, 2025
insightful and educative. Thanks
Re: "I Lost My Brother Before We Knew He Was Sick — The Tragedy Of Silent Hepatitis" by Galadimabawa: 6:14am On Aug 01, 2025
NiceLegs:
I would have dropped what they both used here but u know Nairaland and their ban. Once u drop a solution, they ban u.

I just came out from a ban 5mins ago. I don't want to enter into another one soon.
haaa
Re: "I Lost My Brother Before We Knew He Was Sick — The Tragedy Of Silent Hepatitis" by 0taPiaPia(m): 7:00am On Aug 01, 2025
mrengage:
Abeg how much is the vaccine in a state hospital
1500/ shot x 3 at different intervals within 6 months
Re: "I Lost My Brother Before We Knew He Was Sick — The Tragedy Of Silent Hepatitis" by Elzazzi: 7:10am On Aug 01, 2025
tuoyoojo:
The prevalence of hepatitis is alarmingly high and many people ate unaware of their status

Hepatitis b is transmitted same way hiv is and Fulminant hepatitis B is almost always fatal with the risk of liver cirrhosis and liver cancer
And it’s sexually transmitted oooo. This generation that loves it raw raw raw. Lol
Re: "I Lost My Brother Before We Knew He Was Sick — The Tragedy Of Silent Hepatitis" by Elzazzi: 7:12am On Aug 01, 2025
Agrobizz:
Please guys my uncle who av been of a great help to me z suffering from Hepatitis B. Information we av been getting z not encouraging, like it's not curable n stuff. He has been receiving treatment but all he wish for z total eradication.

Please z dia anyone who has survive diz disease? please which medication do you use?
Herbal or Medical??

Please guys help me, he has been there for me since I lost my dad n l actually want d best for him.
Heard it mostly transmitted true sex. How did he come down with it ? Just an honest question.
Re: "I Lost My Brother Before We Knew He Was Sick — The Tragedy Of Silent Hepatitis" by Elzazzi: 7:14am On Aug 01, 2025
adams123:
What are the causes of hypatitis B? This forty characters is one of our major problemz in this country
grin grin grin grin
Re: "I Lost My Brother Before We Knew He Was Sick — The Tragedy Of Silent Hepatitis" by MissOpe(f): 8:10am On Aug 01, 2025
Mainmanpadi:
I didn't know that i have hepatitis B until i went for army screening in 2014 and we were more 200 candidates that tested positive for hepatitis B. I started treatment immediately but i had to stop after taking some drugs for more than 3 months due to the high cost of the drugs.
But why did you stop?
You need ArV drugs to stop the viruses from multiplying.
Re: "I Lost My Brother Before We Knew He Was Sick — The Tragedy Of Silent Hepatitis" by Sagefromtheeast: 8:32am On Aug 01, 2025
Azazyel:
The topic is hepatitis but the image up there is that of the lungs. Issoright. OP pls get a picture of the liver
I just taya for them
Re: "I Lost My Brother Before We Knew He Was Sick — The Tragedy Of Silent Hepatitis" by Agrobizz: 10:09am On Aug 01, 2025
Thanks for your words of wisdom sir
Do u mind sharing what dey did to come out of it??

NiceLegs:
Be strong in the Lord.
Your Uncle will recover.
Why?
I know 2 people that had Hepatitis B.
Today they have Fully recovered.
Re: "I Lost My Brother Before We Knew He Was Sick — The Tragedy Of Silent Hepatitis" by Agrobizz: 10:14am On Aug 01, 2025
U mean l should be asking my own uncle diz??
I think dat would be very disrespectful if l do.
It's totally unnecessary if u ask me
All l want z d solution to his problem n not d cause
And moreover l av already made my research on d disease.

Elzazzi:
Heard it mostly transmitted true sex. How did he come down with it ? Just an honest question.
Re: "I Lost My Brother Before We Knew He Was Sick — The Tragedy Of Silent Hepatitis" by Agrobizz: 10:18am On Aug 01, 2025
My brother/sister l don't think so
That u would be banned for providing a solution to a problem like diz ??
Nobody does dat
Any way do you mind if I drop d details by which u can reach me privately??

NiceLegs:
I would have dropped what they both used here but u know Nairaland and their ban. Once u drop a solution, they ban u.

I just came out from a ban 5mins ago. I don't want to enter into another one soon.
Re: "I Lost My Brother Before We Knew He Was Sick — The Tragedy Of Silent Hepatitis" by opomulero101(m): 11:00am On Aug 01, 2025
[quote author=Foresight55 post=136301248]Deadly but with simple cure. Just a leaf, within 3day's it gone[/quOote]

Drop the info bro,what's the name of the leaf.
U can help someone with the knowledge
Re: "I Lost My Brother Before We Knew He Was Sick — The Tragedy Of Silent Hepatitis" by Nickymezor(f): 12:07pm On Aug 01, 2025
May his soul rest on...really a silent killer.Lost my cousin to it some years back ...I have taken a vaccine for it though
Re: "I Lost My Brother Before We Knew He Was Sick — The Tragedy Of Silent Hepatitis" by Mainmanpadi(m): 12:46pm On Aug 01, 2025
MissOpe:
But why did you stop?
You need ArV drugs to stop the viruses from multiplying.
Honestly the drugs are very expensive now. But u can mention the drugs for me to go and check again
Re: "I Lost My Brother Before We Knew He Was Sick — The Tragedy Of Silent Hepatitis" by MissOpe(f): 3:16pm On Aug 01, 2025
Mainmanpadi:
Honestly the drugs are very expensive now. But u can mention the drugs for me to go and check again
Tenofovir and lamivudine can help keep down the viral load of hepatitis B, similar to HIV medications, but please do well to consult an hepatologist before starting treatment. The cost is about 30,000 naira, but preventing liver cancer is worth the investment.
By the way , the drug is used daily and for life cos hep B has no cure...

Re: "I Lost My Brother Before We Knew He Was Sick — The Tragedy Of Silent Hepatitis" by FameGlory(f): 3:33pm On Aug 01, 2025
NiceLegs:
I would have dropped what they both used here but u know Nairaland and their ban. Once u drop a solution, they ban u.

I just came out from a ban 5mins ago. I don't want to enter into another one soon.
Don't drop any information for anybody.

They should solve their problems by themselves.

People don't appreciate the help you give them even when it comes at a cost.
Re: "I Lost My Brother Before We Knew He Was Sick — The Tragedy Of Silent Hepatitis" by Mainmanpadi(m): 5:45pm On Aug 01, 2025
MissOpe:
Tenofovir and lamivudine can help keep down the viral load of hepatitis B, similar to HIV medications, but please do well to consult an hepatologist before starting treatment. The cost is about 30,000 naira, but preventing liver cancer is worth the investment.
By the way , the drug is used daily and for life cos hep B has no cure...
thank you very much. I will definitively go back to my doctor again
Re: "I Lost My Brother Before We Knew He Was Sick — The Tragedy Of Silent Hepatitis" by MissOpe(f): 6:35pm On Aug 01, 2025
Mainmanpadi:
thank you very much. I will definitively go back to my doctor again
Please do bro, wishing you God's speed🙏🙏👋
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